Program Overview

Program Details

The Functional Genomics Theory course provides technical insight and understanding of methods utilized to perform functional genomics studies. The concept of functional genomics is introduced, and a key component of the course is developing an understanding of how the methods introduced can be combined in studies aiming to identify the function of genes and how a genome functions.

Course Description

Topics covered include methods to sequence genomes, assay gene, metabolite, and protein abundance, and to profile epigenetic modifications. Concepts in data quality control and statistical analysis are introduced. Integrative approaches to understanding gene function and associating genes or genomic polymorphisms to phenotypes are explained, including systems genetics and co-expression network analyses. The course includes details of methods for validation studies in addition to considering potential ethical implications of the knowledge obtained from functional genomics studies.

Eligibility

• 90 ECTS credits including courses in genetics (15 ECTS credits), molecular genetics (15 ECTS credits), as well as immunology or plant cell and molecular biology (15 ECTS credits).
• Swedish for basic eligibility for higher education programs and English 6/level 2. Requirements for Swedish only apply if the course is held in Swedish.

Selection

• Academic credits
• Application

Application and Tuition Fees

• Application fee: SEK 900
• Tuition fee, first installment: SEK 19,038
• Total fee: SEK 19,038

Course Details

• Type: Course, second cycle
• Study pace: Full time
• Study location: Umeå
• Type of studies: On campus
• Language: English
• Application code: UMU-50904
• Starts: 24 March 2026
• Ends: 3 May 2026
• Number of credits: 7.5 credits
• Teaching hours: Daytime

About Umeå University

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